Performer Information
These two encyclopedia databases are great for finding biographical information about performers. Do note that newer performers may not be included in an encyclopedia yet.
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Credo ReferenceThis Complete Core Collection includes over 1200 from major reference works, to multi-volume subject encyclopedias, to field guides, to scholarly handbooks, to animations and countless other award-winning sources – spans across all disciplines with something for libraries of all types. Also included are nearly 2,000 short reference videos, more than 550,000 high-resolution art images, photographs and maps across all subject areas. Credo
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Gale eBooksA database of full-text encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research. Gale
For newer/younger performers, you can use these websites to find information.
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Opera BaseCurrently available in 5 languages, this site provides monthly performance data on 400 international opera houses. Users will also find full text reviews from The Times and Corriere Della Sera, links to other opera-related web sites, tv and radio broadcast schedules, and general opera
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Internet Broadway DatabaseIBDB archive is the official database for Broadway theatre information. It provides records of productions from the beginnings of New York theater until today